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Peta-Maree Ayoub - Bernd and Hilla Becher

There is a repetition of triangles used to create this composition. There is not much contrast regarding lightness and darkness in the photographs, as they were most likely taken in the middle of the day. This meant that there was little to no shadow on the structures. The photographers stood from a distance to take the photos of the whole structures, at an eye-level angle. They eliminated colour from their images, to enhance the facades of the buildings and cancel out any distractions. The photographs focus on the structures, creating a slight blur in the background of the photographs. This is a collection of Cooling Towers, placed side-by-side to highlight their similarities and differences. The tonal range is minimal, as there is a limited number of shades in the photographs, ranging from dark to light grey.
Lines and rectangles are particularly used in this photograph. There is a distinct contrast of light and darkness where there are shadows and dark hardware shown in the image. There is a singular focus in this photo, which is the structure of the houses. The structure is simple, used only for the specific function of shelter. The image was taken from a distance and at eye-level angle. There is a repetition of lines and rectangles on each side, creating an almost symmetrical-like pattern. There is a large tonal range, from black to almost white, creating levels of focus in which attracts the attention of the viewer.
Lines and squares are particularly used in this photograph. There is a distinct contrast of light and darkness, where there are shadows around the windows shown in the image. There is a singular focus in this photo, which is the structure of the apartment building. The façade of the structure is repetitive, keeping its main attention on the function of the building. The image was taken from a distance and at a low camera angle. There is a repetition of lines and squares creating a grid-like rhythm. There is a small tonal range, from light grey to almost black.
Lines and angles are used in this photograph. There is a distinct contrast of light and darkness where there are shadows along each level of the building. The focus in this photo, which is the structure of the façade, stands out in the image. The structure of the apartment building is repetitive, creating an atmosphere of fairness and equality. The image was taken from a distance and at a low camera angle, to emphasise the height of the building. There is a repetition of lines and angles accentuating the dynamic structure of the building. There is a small tonal range, from light grey to black.
Squares and rectangles are used in this photograph. There is a distinct contrast of light and darkness where the sun has cast shadows along the right side of the building. The focus in this photo is the apartment building and its grid-like structure. The structure of the structure is repetitive, creating an atmosphere of fairness and equality. The image was taken from a distance and at a low camera angle, to emphasise the height of the building. There is a repetition of squares and rectangles that creates grids along the sides. There is a small tonal range, from white to dark grey.
Squares and curves are used in this photograph. The sharp edges of the windows contrast the curves of the building, creating a wave effect on the outside. The darkness of the windows is emphasised by the lightness of the brick walls of the building. This relates to the exposure of light on the building, as the sun is on a slight angle, allowing most of the building to be illuminated in sunlight. The photograph was taken from a distance, on a low camera angle. This is to accentuate the curves and contrasts of the building. The windows along certain walls are repetitive, as they as placed on rows, while others are placed sparsely on the curves of the building. The tone ranges from white to black.
Rectangles, lines and curves are used in this photograph. The sharp edges of the building are a contrast to the arches seen in the image. The image of the building is relatively light, therefore the minimising the tonal range to a small amount of different shades of grey and white. This relates to the exposure of light on the building, as the sun is on a slight angle, allowing the front side of the building to be illuminated in sunlight. The photograph was taken from a distance, on a low camera angle. This is to accentuate the curves and contrasts of the building. There is repetition shown in the arches of the windows, as they are a constant aspect of the building. This can be said for the columns along the sides of the building, creating vertical lines.
This photograph consists of rectangles, arches and triangles. The sharp edges of the triangles are a contrast to the arches seen in the image. The image of the building is relatively light, therefore the minimising the tonal range to a small amount of different shades of grey and white with a small section with black. This relates to the exposure of light on the building, as the sun is on a slight angle, allowing the front side of the building to be illuminated in sunlight. The photograph was taken from a distance, on an eye-level angle. This is to capture the front of the building without distorting the image from a low or high angle. There is repetition shown in the arches of the windows, as well as the grid-like pattern of the windows.
This photograph consists of rectangles and angles. There is a clear contrast in the dark and light sections of the building. The image of the building is both dark and light, as the different tints on the windows create a difference in tone. The photograph was taken from a distance, on a low camera angle. This is to capture the height and contrast of the building. There is repetition shown in the vertical lines that run along the side of the building. It can also be seen in the pattern of light concrete and dark grating.
Peta-Maree Ayoub - Bernd and Hilla Becher
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Peta-Maree Ayoub - Bernd and Hilla Becher

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